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Consumer and Workplace Protection Laws Overview

Learn about consumer laws such as the Trades Description Act 1968, Sale of Goods Act 1979, Consumer Protection Act 1987, and workplace safety regulations like the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Understand your rights and obligations.

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Consumer and Workplace Protection Laws Overview

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  1. CONSUMER LAW

  2. The Trades Description Act 1968 It is a criminal offence to misrepresent any goods or services for sale

  3. The Sale of Goods Act 1979 • three important conditions • merchantable quality • fit for the purpose • as described

  4. The Consumer Protection Act 1987 • it is an offence to supply goods that do not meet general safety standards • it is a criminal offence to give misleading price indications abut goods and services

  5. The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 • The aim of this Act is to improve the safety of employees and others in the workplace • Written health and safety policy made available to all employees • Training must be provided in health and safety matters • To provide a safe environment for their employees • Employees also have a responsibility to work in accordance with health and safety practice

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